Jan Parnham Children’s Author & Illustrator

Jan lives and works in Bingham, Nottinghamshire with her cat Sparky.  She is the writer, illustrator and photographer behind Annabel Books. Creating this series of children’s book has been Jan’s life-long dream cultivated through a deep love of nature and gardening.

Alongside her late husband, Jan created and ran an advertising business for over four decades. Later, in partnership with friend and colleague Sally, she opened an art gallery and sold contemporary and antique items.

“I’ve always been creative despite being dyslexic and writing a series of children’s books is something I’ve always dreamt of. I hope that my books will not only be fun and informative but also inspiring to others that face learning challenges.” – Jan Parnham